At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Clarinda Primary School, part of the Department of Education Victoria.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, professional development, and flexible work arrangements.
- Other info: Join a diverse community committed to inclusion and student wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in education support or relevant qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Clarinda Primary School, with a population of 328, is situated in a neatly maintained residential suburb, near several large parks and golf courses. The school community is continually working to maintain and develop the school’s buildings and grounds to provide a safe and stimulating environment for all students.
Notable features of our school include:
- A modern well-equipped library
- A multi-purpose hall
- A large art/craft room
- A music room
- STEM equipment
- Two large grassed playing fields
- Extensive shade areas
- Sand play, seating and gardens
- A vegetable garden
- Netball and basketball courts
- Three modern adventure playgrounds designed specifically for junior and senior students
- A Gaga pit
The staff at Clarinda, supported by the School Council, have established an atmosphere of warmth and friendliness towards all members of the school community and visitors. With students from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds, our school embraces multiculturalism, inclusion and equality.
Our School Vision is: We promote an engaging, inclusive and supportive education that empowers students to become lifelong learners.
In order that our students may participate confidently and positively in our ever-changing society, our school promotes the values of:
- Care
- Achieve
- Respect
- Excel
Responsibilities may include:
- Providing routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
- Supporting communication between teachers and parents
- Communicating with teachers on routine matters related to students
- Providing basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting
- Communicating with students to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
- Addressing immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
- Providing basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
- Supporting teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision
- Providing medical intervention support to students, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
- Providing specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille
Diversity and Inclusion: The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.
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Contact Details:
Department of Education Victoria Recruitment Team
